Public social services: tax-exempt nonprofit organizations.
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Overview
This bill modifies how California’s public social services agencies determine eligibility for grants and contracts, particularly those supporting refugees, immigrants, and asylees. It clarifies that when federal tax law references (like Section 501(c)(3)) are used to determine eligibility, they should also apply to state programs. The bill also expands the definition of ‘qualified nonprofit organization’ to include those with state tax-exempt status, and introduces stricter requirements for organizations receiving these funds, including experience in immigration legal services and culturally appropriate case management.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘qualified nonprofit organization’ to include those with state tax-exempt status.
- States that federal tax law references in state grant and contract eligibility should also apply to state programs.
- Requires grant recipients to have at least three years of experience in providing relevant services (e.g., immigration legal services, case management).
- Establishes minimum requirements for shelter operations for providing housing to immigrants.
- Mandates reporting, monitoring, and audits of services provided by grant recipients.
- Expands the Enhanced Services for Asylees and Vulnerable Noncitizens (ESAVN) program.
- Clarifies the definition of ‘vulnerable noncitizen’ for purposes of the ESAVN program.
- Requires grant recipients to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
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